Extension Field Specialist, Forest Resources
Full Time
Durham, NH
Posted
Job description
Summary
Operating Title
Extension Field Specialist, Forest Resources
Long Classification Title
Campus Location
Durham
Department
UNH Cooperative Extension Natural Resources
Summary of Position
This position is based at the Strafford County Cooperative Extension office in Dover, N.H. and also covers N.H.’s Belknap County. In an urbanizing and suburbanizing environment, the field specialist, individually and in cooperation with internal and external partners, provides extension forest resources education and assistance to landowners; citizens; natural resource organizations and professionals; the forest industry; communities; volunteers; and town, county, and state government.
In conjunction with the Extension forestry state specialist and other state and county specialists, the field specialist develops programming on small woodlot management including using partnerships and new technologies to develop resources and deliver education for the under-10-acre woodlot owner on topics specific to their interests and needs such as programming on non-timber forest products, marketing forest products from small woodlots, and managing the small woodlot for wildlife. The forest resources field specialist also conducts woodlot visits with landowners, providing technical and educational advice regarding all components of forest stewardship, and provides educational programs and technical assistance for county residents, businesses and communities on forest management, wildlife, forest stewardship planning, and urban and community forestry.
Acceptable minimum level of education
Acceptable minimum years of experience
Additional Job Information
Posting Number
PS3982FY22
Other minimum qualifications
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s level or higher in appropriate discipline. One degree must be in forestry, wildlife, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. A strong candidate with a B.S. level degree in forestry, wildlife, or a closely related field from an accredited institution with 3 years of experience may be considered if willing to obtain a master’s degree within 7 years of hire.
- Must be willing to become a New Hampshire Licensed Forester (see https://www.oplc.nh.gov/board-foresters).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with co-workers and people with a variety of values and interests and of all ages, race, ethnic backgrounds, income, and education levels.
- Willingness to participate in professional development activities to add and enhance knowledge.
- Demonstrated competency managing forest land and related resources.
- Extension (or related) education, outreach and/or related programming experience.
- Proven ability to provide natural resources programming in an urbanizing and suburbanizing environment.
- Demonstrated competency with computers and current technology, such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
- Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle and be willing and able to work some nights and weekends for programs, events or meetings as well as accomplish extensive, year-round, field work. Mileage will be reimbursed at the federal rate.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- At least 3 years of experience in extension or related landowner outreach, forest land management, invasive species management, urban forestry, arboriculture, small woodlot management, best management practices, markets, safety or forest law.
- Experience using social media to promote events and programming.
- Hybrid and/or online course/instruction development experience.
- Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Global Positioning Systems (GPS).
- Hold Certified Arborist (N.H. Arborists Association or International Society of Arboriculture) credentials.
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/55407
Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.0
Grade
EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here:
https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide
Posting Details
Posting Date
05/02/2023
Open Until Filled
Yes
Closing Date
Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
No
Interested Internal Candidates Exist?
No
Job Category
Appointment Type
Grant Funded
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